The Best Banana Cake Recipe

Looking for a soft, moist, and flavorful banana bread? This Best Banana Cake Recipe is easy to make with simple ingredients you probably already have at home. Ripe bananas, butter, and a touch of sugar create a delicious loaf that’s perfect for breakfast, snacks, or tea time. Even beginners can make it, and it’s a great way to use overripe bananas.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/3 cup plain yogurt or sour cream
• 1 1/2 cups mashed ripe bananas (about 3–4 bananas)
• 1/2 to 3/4 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips (optional)

Why You Will Love This Recipe

• Super moist and soft texture
• Full of natural banana flavor
• Easy to make with simple ingredients
• Great for breakfast, snacks, or dessert
• Perfect way to use overripe bananas
• Optional chocolate chips or nuts make it even more delicious

Best Banana Bread Recipe

Emily Hartwell

This Best Banana Bread Recipe is soft, moist, and full of rich banana flavor. It is made with ripe bananas, butter, and simple pantry ingredients. The inside is tender and slightly sweet, while the outside has a light golden crust. This recipe is perfect for breakfast, tea time, or as a quick snack. It is easy to make and does not require any special skills. If you have overripe bananas at home, this is the best way to use them.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 1 hour hr

Total Time 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins

Course Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine American

Servings 10 Slices

Calories 240 kcal

Ingredients

  

• 2 cups all purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon optional
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/3 cup plain yogurt or sour cream
• 1 1/2 cups mashed ripe bananas about 3 to 4 bananas
• 1/2 to 3/4 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips optional

Instructions

 

Step 1: Prepare the Oven

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan with butter or cooking spray.

Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients

• In a bowl, mix flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.
  

Step 3: Cream Butter and Sugar

• In a large bowl, beat butter and brown sugar until light and smooth. This step makes the bread soft.
  

Step 4: Add Eggs and Bananas

• Add eggs one at a time and mix well. Stir in mashed bananas, yogurt, and vanilla extract. Mix until combined.
  

Step 5: Combine Everything

• Slowly add dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Mix gently. Do not overmix because it can make the bread dense.
  
• If using nuts or chocolate chips, fold them in now.

Step 6: Bake

• Pour the batter into the loaf pan. Bake for 55 to 65 minutes. Check with a toothpick. If it comes out clean or with a few crumbs, it is ready.
  

Step 7: Cool

• Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 to 15 minutes. Then remove and cool completely before slicing.
  

Notes

Tips for Perfect Banana Bread

• Use very ripe bananas with brown spots. They are sweeter and softer.
• Do not overmix the batter.
• If the top browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil.
• Let it cool before cutting to avoid crumbling.

Variations

• Add chocolate chips for a sweeter version.
• Add walnuts or pecans for crunch.
• Replace some sugar with honey.
• Make muffins instead of a loaf. Bake for about 20 minutes.

Storage Instructions

• Keep at room temperature for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
• Refrigerate for up to 5 days.
• Freeze for up to 3 months. Wrap tightly before freezing.

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